Getting Married in Tasmania? How to Add a Touch of Tassie to Your Wedding
If you’re planning a wedding in Tasmania, you’re already off to a great start….. and I’d love to host you!
Tasmania is known for its stunning scenery, historic charm, and creative authenticity. It has a way of making celebrations feel relaxed, meaningful, and memorable. With such natural beauty and talented local vendors, it’s easy to add those unique Tasmanian touches to your day.
Whether you’re dreaming of a big Hobart wedding, a romantic elopement in Tasmania, or something in between, here are some easy ways to create that special “Tassie feel” on your wedding day.
Pick the perfect Tasmanian wedding venue
When it comes to Tasmanian weddings, your location sets the tone….. and you’re spoiled for choice.
Winery weddings: Frogmore Creek Winery and Derwent Estate Winery offer vineyard views, local wines, and incredibly deLUSHious food.
Industrial city vibes: Brewlab and Spotty Dog Brewery are ideal for couples after a relaxed, urban Hobart wedding.
New in the city centre: Crowne Plaza Hobart’s Centurian Sky boasts panoramic views over the CBD with kunanyi / Mount Wellington as a backdrop. The Aura Event Space, also at Crowne Plaza, offers a vibrant top-floor setting.
Historic romance: Narryna Historic Merchants House in Battery Point delivers sandstone elegance, lush gardens, and old-world Hobart charm.
Nature’s stage: kunanyi / Mount Wellington is an icon for Tasmanian elopements. For something further afield, Bruny Island’s dramatic landscapes are unforgettable.
Hobart waterfront weddings: Salamanca and the waterfront combine sparkling water, heritage sandstone, and the bustle of the city with mountain views. Perfect for elopements, micro weddings, or larger celebrations.
Hidden gem: Corinda Collection right in Hobart. Think heritage charm, glorious gardens, and boutique spaces that feel both elegant and intimate. Perfect for a micro wedding or elopement with serious old-world vibes.
No matter where you say “I do,” Tasmania’s scenery will do half the styling for you.
Showcase Tasmanian food and wine
Tasmania is famous for its food scene, so why not feature it at your wedding?
Think fresh oysters, Huon Valley produce, East Coast seafood, Bruny Island cheese, Tassie salmon, and sparkling wines. Whether you’re planning a full wedding feast or a small elopement picnic, Tasmanian produce adds flavour and a sense of place.
Even a simple grazing box with local cheese and bevvy’s can make your day feel extra special.
Image Credit: Free Bird Photographs
Style with seasonal Tasmanian flowers
Local florals and natives are a beautiful way to tie in the Tasmanian feel. Waratahs, wattle, manuka, lavender, and eucalyptus are colourful, textural, and long-lasting.
They add freshness and authenticity to your bouquet and styling, without going over the top.
Image Credit: Mozoph Weddings
Swap the champagne toast for Tasmanian whisky or gin (or maybe cider’s your jam)
Tasmania’s distilleries are world-class. Instead of the traditional champagne toast, why not celebrate with a nip of local whisky, gin cocktail or glass of cider?
Some couples even include a whisky or gin-pouring ritual in their ceremony….. it’s personal, fun, and uniquely Tasmanian.
Embrace the Tasmanian weather
Hobart weather is famously unpredictable - sunshine, breeze, and rain can all happen before your ceremony even starts.
The trick? Work with it. Bring an umbrella, keep a jacket handy, and embrace the atmosphere. Moody skies and soft light often create the most glorious wedding photos.
Gift your guests a little piece of Tassie
If you’re planning favours, Tasmanian-made gifts are always a winner. Mini bottles of gin, jars of leatherwood honey, handmade soaps, or artisan fudge make thoughtful keepsakes that share a taste of Tasmania with your guests.
Work with Tasmanian wedding vendors
From florists and photographers to stylists and marriage celebrants (hi 👋), Tasmania is home to creative wedding professionals who do things a little differently and celebrate teamwork.
If you’re planning your Hobart wedding or elopement from interstate or overseas, local vendors can make the process smoother and more personal.
Elope in Tasmania….. or try a Hobart Stroll & Snap Elopement
Tasmania is made for intimate weddings and elopements. With dramatic coastlines, lush valleys, and charming city streets, you don’t need a big production to make your day special.
One of my favourites is my Hobart Stroll & Snap Elopement package. It includes a relaxed ceremony followed by a photo walk through Hobart’s laneways, waterfront, and historic streets. It’s a fun, easy way to capture stunning memories while soaking up the city’s character.
Prefer nature over city? Consider eloping on Bruny Island, in the Huon Valley, or by the Derwent River. These locations offer the wilderness beauty Tasmania is famous for.
Wrapping it up
When it comes to planning your Tasmanian wedding, it doesn’t take much to make it feel authentically local. The venues, the food, the florals, the whisky, the weather, and the creative people who bring it all together….. it’s all part of the Tasmanian magic.
Imagine: a vineyard ceremony overlooking the Derwent, a brewery party in Hobart, kunanyi watching over your vows, or a relaxed photo stroll after saying “I do.